Senior Specialist Manufacturing Automation

Job Description

At our Heist-op-den-Berg site, we produce and package impactful medicines and solutions for a healthier life. With more than 900 employees, we ship over one hundred different products and around 160 million packages every year. Working at Organon means collaborating with dedicated colleagues in an international pharmaceutical company that is easily accessible and close to home. In addition to opportunities for personal growth and to show who you are, you can count on a competitive salary, 41 vacation days, hospitalization and group insurance, meal vouchers, and above all, a truly pleasant working environment. In this way, you make a difference not only for our customers, but also for yourself.

For Organon in Heist-op-den-Berg, we are currently looking for a:

Senior Specialist Manufacturing Automation

The position

Reporting to the Associate Director Shopfloor Systems, as a Senior Specialist Manufacturing Automation, you will be responsible for implementing, maintaining and supporting business-critical process automation systems and projects within the Business Technology department.

Welcome to our team

The BT (Business Technology) Shopfloor Systems Team consists of the Shopfloor Systems Lead and a team of 14 specialists responsible for both CAPEX projects and the support of shopfloor systems. The team works on a wide range of automation projects, including the introduction of installations, the implementation and optimalisations of new or existing production equipment, packaging lines or utility systems.

Responsibilities

You will be tasked with a broad range of responsibilities, crucial to the operational efficiency of production processes. These include:

• Project Management: Leading automation projects from start to finish, including planning, execution, and monitoring to meet established objectives.
• Validation and Process Management: Ensure accurate validation of process management activities, guaranteeing all processes comply with current pharma standards and regulations.
• Process/ Manufacturing Automation Technologies: Implement and optimize technologies that enhance automation within production environments.
• Configuration and/ or Programming of Automated Systems: Develop and adapt automated systems for improved process control and efficiency.
• Validation and Implementation of Automation Projects: Manage the full validation and implementation process of automation projects in accordance with current standards.
• Management of Software Backups: Ensure the management and integrity of software backups of automated systems.
• Support Production areas & Maintenance department: Provide technical support to production plants regarding automated systems for enhanced operational performance and to optimize process automation and resolve any technical issues.
• Support the external support team: Collaborate with the support team to optimize process automation, knowledge transfer of new and/or changed systems/ platform, level 3 support and flexibility to support during outside office hours.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.
• At least 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical or related environment (food and/ or chemicals).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable solutions.
• Strong project and (functional) people management skills, showcasing leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Adept at problem-solving, demonstrating creativity and innovation in overcoming challenges.
• Effective communicator, capable of informing and engaging with peers and stakeholders.
• Quick learner, able to adapt and persevere in dynamic environments, demonstrating self-awareness and decision-making quality.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in Dutch and English.

Technical skills required.

• Siemens TiaPortal, Step 7 and PCS7.
• Office 365.
• Technical writing

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills

• An Engineering-related degree,
• Equivalent work experience may also be considered
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical standards and regulations (strongly preferred).

Technical skills preferred

• AVEVA WonderWare.
• AVEVA PI Data Historian.

What do we offer you?

Working at Organon means contributing together to better health in an international working environment with dedicated colleagues. You will have every opportunity to develop yourself and show who you are. In addition, you can count on attractive employment conditions:

• A challenging role with a high level of autonomy in a pleasant working environment.
• Career development opportunities within an international organization.
• A competitive salary supplemented with attractive fringe benefits such as hospitalization insurance, an attractive pension plan, meal vouchers, 41 vacation days and a competitive bonus system.

Secondary Job Description

Who We Are:

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions.  Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants. 

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